A much-loved BBQ restaurant in Aberdeen has closed amid a “brutal hospitality landscape”.
Smoke and Soul owners Corey Milne and Lindsay Jackson confirmed that The Firepit, located in Aberdeen city centre, will not be reopening following a period of closure.
Milne and Jackson launched the popular soul food business as kitchen residents at brewery Six Degrees North.
After that business closed its doors, the pair took on the entire Littlejohn Street venue in 2023.
Milne and Jackson said: “With heavy hearts, we can now confirm that The Firepit will not be reopening.
“As a small team, we’re taking the next few weeks to carefully consider how we move forward, so our second venue, The Old Smiddy, will remain closed until we can share further updates.”
The pair said that there would be no change to Smoke and Soul’s catering services and food truck, adding: “our diary remains open for future enquiries”.
They said: “Thank you, truly, for your support, kindness, and belief in what we’ve built over the years. It has meant everything.”
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“You have all done a phenomenal job in an incredibly challenging climate,” said Vivian Bisset on Facebook. “Sending all the love and good vibes to you and your team.”
“Absolutely gutted for you guys, and hope you find a new/different way forward,” added Bee Clare.
“You've worked really hard in very difficult times. I'm sorry that this part of your dream has not worked but more dreams are to come,” Kim McConnachie said.
“You gave it a good shot, so many difficulties thrown in small businesses’ direction in recent years. The mounting costs are astronomical,” remarked Ross Thompson.
“Best of luck for the future."
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